[J-Pop] A fresh sensation! A roundup of mashup works
Mixing two or more songs together into a single piece is called a “mashup.” That rush when different tracks hit you all at once—it’s addictive, isn’t it? Especially when it’s songs you already know.
In this article, we’re introducing mashup tracks from Japanese music! The lineup ranges widely, from that song used in a commercial to fan-made cover videos.
Be sure to check it out to the end! You might just discover a new side of music.
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Japanese Pop: A Fresh Sensation! Mashup Collection (1–10)
Vocaloid cultureMitchie M
This “Vocalo Culture,” which also drew attention with footage of Hatsune Miku performing live in a VR space, is a track produced by the Vocaloid producer Mitchie M.
Its concept is to cover and mash up classic Vocaloid songs.
Some tracks have added arrangements for the mashups, so you’ll find it fresh in various ways.
By the way, if you study up using the song list at the end of the video beforehand, I think you’ll enjoy it even more.
Gurenge × SenbonzakuraWHITEBOX
A mashup of both “Senbonzakura” and “Gurenge,” each of which was a record-breaking megahit.
The arrangement fuses the driving, fast-paced “Senbonzakura” with the weighty “Gurenge,” whose beats and ensembles are so different, creating a strange sensation as you listen while also surprising you with how natural it all feels.
It’s also interesting how, while it’s based on the chord progression of “Gurenge,” the Japanese-style melody of “Senbonzakura” still makes a strong impression.
Despite being a combination of two highly distinctive classics, they elevate each other—a mashup I’d love people beyond the original fan generations to hear.
The Moon × Don’t just say starsNakamuraEmi × Fujiwara Sakura
Singer-songwriters Sakura Fujiwara and NakamuraEmi performed “The Moon × Hoshi Nante Iwazu” together at a live show.
The performance drew a huge response and was also released on CD.
The piano tone brings out the duo’s beautiful harmonies, resulting in an irresistibly mellow track.
It’s also noteworthy that the mashup of the two songs gives birth to a new interpretation of the lyrics.
You’ll likely come away with different impressions than when you listen to each song on its own.
[J-Pop] A Fresh Sensation! Mashup Works Collection (11–20)
sakuraNirugirisu
Sakura is known as the opening theme of the anime Eureka Seven and also as an image song for the Olympics.
It’s a track by the three-piece band Nirgilis, who created a mashup of their own song with Amazing Grace.
The blend of a pop melody and sacred-feeling vocals results in a highly addictive sound.
There’s also a non-mashup version available, so try listening and comparing the two.
Amanojaku × Kokoronashinasuo☆ × RiMy
The track that went viral not only in Japan but across social media worldwide is “Amano-jaku × Kokoronashi.” It’s a mashup of “Amano-jaku” by 164 and “Kokoronashi” by Chouchou.
In other words, it’s a dream collaboration of two smash-hit Vocaloid songs! You can enjoy how two completely different songs line up perfectly, lyrics and all, in a way that feels so satisfying.
In the video, Nasuo and RiMy perform the vocals.
Be sure to check out the arrangements and expressive nuances that aren’t present in the Vocaloid versions.
The magic word is abracadabra.HOME MADE kazoku vs komekome CLUB
Born from the Toyota bB mashup project is “Aikotoba wa A-Bra-Ka-Da-Bra.” This piece is a mashup of “A-Bra-Ka-Da-Bra” released by Kome Kome Club in 1994 and “Aikotoba” released by Home Made Kazoku in 2005.
Since these two songs differ in musical style, some might wonder how it would turn out.
However, when you listen, you can feel a synchronicity that makes it seem as if they were a single song from the start.
Super Happy SongBerryz Kōbō × C-ute
The idol groups Berryz Kobo and °C-ute, produced by Hello! Project.
In fact, there’s a mashup track combining these two groups.
It’s called “Super HAPPY SONG.” It’s made up of Berryz Kobo’s “Because happiness” and °C-ute’s “Shiawase no Tochu” (“In the Middle of Happiness”).
The way “happiness” and “shiawase” are combined to become “Super HAPPY” is a stylish touch, isn’t it? True to its title, the song is an up-tempo piece overflowing with a sense of joy.